Patient Care Associate | Ortho-Urology | MGH

Mass General Brigham•Boston, MA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The General Hospital Corporation Mass General Brigham is a not-for-profit organization that relies on a wide range of professionals to advance its mission of patient care, research, teaching, and community service. They strive to provide exceptional care and believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries. Mass General Hospital, a world-renowned institution, provides the highest quality care to patients and is a leader in medical research and education. The hospital is committed to delivering an exciting career to its employees, fostering a culture of collaboration and innovation, and supporting work-life balance. This Patient Care Associate role, working under the direction of licensed personnel, involves assisting patients with activities of daily living tasks such as bathing, dressing, and eating, as well as taking vital signs. The position requires a flexible schedule and coverage on rotating weekends and holidays.

Requirements

High School Diploma or Equivalent
Ability to understand and follow written and oral instructions.
Knowledge of medical terminology.
Strong patient/customer service skills.
Ability to lift up to 35 pounds.
Proficient computer skills to work efficiently with electronic medical records.

Nice To Haves

Basic Life Support [BLS Certification]
Certified Medical Assistant [National Certification]
Emergency Medical Technician - Paramedic [Massachusetts]
Nursing Assistant [LNA - New Hampshire]
1-2 years of experience working in patient care/elder care

Responsibilities

Performs vital signs, weights/heights, intakes, and outputs with accuracy and within established time frame and/or as requested.
Completes all documentation in the medical record as required.
Interacts with patients and their families effectively.
Helps patients with a number of basic hygiene tasks. This may include bathing and dressing patients, helping them use the toilet if needed, and feeding them.
Assist with helping patients turn and reposition themselves in bed as needed and help them move between the bed and a wheelchair if they use one.
Listens to any health concerns patients may have and report those concerns to the nurses.